HLT57921 Diploma of Anaesthetic Technology and Practice

Give yourself the best shot at becoming an Anaesthesia Allied Health Practitioner. Learn the full range of skills in order to take responsibility for anaesthetic preparation, plus give professional assistance to the anaesthetist during procedures and to clients during post-operative recovery.

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From developing competency in aseptic techniques, control of microbial growth and sterilisation and decontamination procedures, it’s the perfect course to relax about your career prospects. Click on the image below to take you to the relevant registered training organisation.

TQB offers the  HLT57921 Diploma of Anaesthetic Technology and  Practice through multiple delivery methods. The onsite course is two years in length. Enrolled or registered nurses with five years of experience in theatre can enter the External program. If you have previous qualifications and/or theatre experience, the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) pathway is for you. If you already have Certificate IV in Anaesthetic Technology, we can help you upgrade to the Diploma.

The HLT57921 Diploma of Anaesthetic Technology and  Practice is a very practical, hands-on course, delivered in a face to face classroom format as well as in the simulated anaesthetic technology laboratory. The course is delivered over 2 years and includes a full time clinical placement in a hospital or clinic, organised by North Metropolitan TAFE. North Metropolitan TAFE has recently undertaken extensive industry consultation with hospitals in the metropolitan area to ensure our training was meeting the needs of the industry.  Anaesthetic technicians play a critical role in supporting the anaesthetist and the role requires a wide range of complex skills and extensive knowledge to perform safely and effectively in the workplace.  Following this consultation, the duration of the qualification was extended to 2 years.